Description

We are two german brothers, living in Vilcabamba since 1998. After 3 years of building we opened our resort in 2001. Now we are one of Ecuadors most renowned and unique places to stay and are winners of many awards.

Back in 2014 we opened our Yoga centre, offering different styles of Yoga each day. Very short after that we became one of South America's most professional location to practice Yoga for travelers.
We have a permanent Yoga teacher staff, but we always give a chance for volunteers to teach the morning class. This class if free of charge for our hostel guests, because we want to encourage everybody to learn more about Yoga.
If you love nature, tranquility, beautiful scenery, nice people and co-workers.....our place will enchant you.

Type of help

OtherHelping with TouristsHelp with Computers / internetTeaching

Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

Spanish language practice, meet the locals and native people, meet travelers from around the world, improve your Yoga practice and teaching skills, slow down your life and spend quality time with yourself.
Exchange your experiences and ideas with our other Yoga teachers

Help

We are offering a position as Yoga teacher for the morning class
The class is all level, basic Hatha style. Duration time 1:15 hrs.
Class can be held in English or Spanish, depend on your language skills.

We also give a chance to teachers, who recently finished their TTC. It is an excellent opportunity to develop and to improve your teachings skills.

Sometimes we are also looking for volunteers guiding our guests on a hike or help out at our lounge area. Please inquire if you are interested.

Languages spoken

English, Spanish, German

Accommodation

We provide our volunteers double room with shared bath.
Food is included and you have 3 options:
- order at our restaurant
- eat with our staff
- cook your own food (ingredients of our restaurant)

What else ...

Vilcabamba has a lot to offer. Many wonderful hiking trails, downhill biking from the national park "Podocarpus". A protected area with one of the biggest biodiversity worldwide. Visit the organic market or the remote and authentic Andean villages surrounding Vilcabamba. Participate at a traditional Sweat Lodge or shamanic ceremony. Horseback riding is also famous here.
Or simply enjoy the beauty of nature and take in the view from our resort.
For more information, visit our web-site.

I have been travelling and volunteering for a year and this experience has been by far the best I have had : the place is a real paradize with a luxuriant nature, coloured birds that accompany every morning yoga class and incredible flowers everywhere ! Nice staff, delicious food, amazing shala, beautiful hikes all around, a private room... and… read more all of this against one or two hours of yoga teaching per day ! A dream :) After one month there I felt at home and saying goodbye was not easy... I really hope I can come back soon ! Thank you Vanessa, thank you Martin, thank you all for offering me such a beautiful month !

Jakob is a very reliable and highly qualified person as a yoga teacher. He is also very friendly with all the people, staff, guests and always in a good mood and full of energy. I definitely recommend it.

Wow. What an experience. The month here has passed ridiculously too fast. All the views all the people... Where to begin? Well, for one, this has to be one of the most beautiful places in South America. The yoga shala is overlooking the mountains and somehow inviting the most relaxed and interesting kind of people. Vanesa and Peter are such lovely… read more people. They always have a smile on their faces and this inviting attitude that feels full of peace and understanding. I loved every moment in the hostel, as both the staff working there is really nice and friendly and the environment insanely picturesque. Teaching yoga there is a very relaxed job, could be quite challenging at times as you have to work with a lot of different levels, but always rewarding. I cannot recommend this place enough. It's amazing to find some comfort and friendly people if you're on a long journey or just develop and grow your yoga skills. Plenty of opportunities to improve your Spanish as well, go on hikes or just enjoy the beauty and weirdness of Vilcabamba. Thank you again for letting me work with you for this month, I'll see you surely again at some point in the future. Much love, Jakob

(Excellent
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07/07/2019

Left by Workawayer (Gemma) for host

I spent 2 wonderful months teaching here. Beautiful shala, amazing guests and fantastic hosts. I learnt a lot being here from teaching such a wide range of guests of different ages, abilities and experience. I also had the opportunity to learn Spanish and become friends with local Ecuadorean people and many new international friends . I feel very… read more lucky to have been part of a very beautiful experience here .

You can only contact Workawayers who have an active membership.

(Excellent
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21/06/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Sarah & Johannes)

They are adorable, very responsible person, Sarah is very qualified yoga teacher, kind and professional.
I highly recommend this couple .
Thank you guys!!! It is your home in Ecuador, danke!!!!

(Excellent
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15/04/2019

Left by Workawayer (Danique) for host

BEYOND AMAZING
I think we all have expectations of how we want our workaway exchange to be. All I can say about it is that it completely exceeded all of them.
From the moment you step foot on the property, you know you’ve found some where special, that’s going to make an impact on you in a mayor way.
From the beautiful setting, lush green… read more mountains and mellow laid back vibes, this is the place to unwind, breathe and really relax.
With the added bonus of teaching 1 class a day in Ecuadors most beautiful yoga shala, this exchange was amazing.
Great food and lovely people. I felt super lucky and grateful to be part of the team!